PCV must be able to leverage vocational driver recruitment lessons
Positing that a problem exists with how many drivers are entering the industry is like saying that night follows day.…
Only with fundamental change can bus franchising be a panacea
The bus franchising juggernaut continues its march. Completion of that process in Greater Manchester has – on the face of…
Will coach and bus love for social media ever run its course?
Social media has been a boon for coach and bus operators. Across both cases, it delivers engagement with customers, service…
Will 2025 continue the industry’s predictable unpredictability?
2024 held a significant number of surprises for coach and bus as the industry showed that it is nothing if…
Time for ministers to bite the bullet on zero-emission coach grants
Impetus for grants towards the purchase of zero-emission coach models is highlighted by Zemo Partnership in its Delivery Roadmap for…
First Bus return to London: Consequence of change, or indicator?
Few would have predicted the return of FirstGroup to the Transport for London contracted bus market. But that will happen…
What does new Transport Secretary hold for coach and bus?
A surprise to many was the pace with which Louise Haigh came, saw, and went as Transport Secretary. While she…
Hydrogen combustion in coach and bus: A long-term contender?
The battery or fuel cell zero-emission debate in bus has not been a balanced one so far. Batteries and the…
Rail replacement: Is the fallout of regulatory change understood?
Much good came from Euro Bus Expo as the industry reconnected; a positive vibe took over the NEC. But growing…
Coach talk lacking in minister address – but still room for optimism
Simon Lightwood showed a good amount of interest when attending Euro Bus Expo last week. He dropped hints of what…
